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Introduction
When it comes to songs that resonate deeply, “Just the Other Side of Nowhere” by Kris Kristofferson is a gem that strikes a chord with anyone who’s ever felt a little lost or out of place. Kristofferson, a master storyteller, paints a vivid picture of wandering souls and restless hearts. You can almost feel the dust on your boots and the weight of a well-worn guitar slung over your shoulder as you listen to his gravelly voice recount tales of searching for a place that feels like home.
What makes this song particularly special is its raw honesty. Kristofferson doesn’t sugarcoat the struggles of life on the road or the pangs of homesickness. Instead, he embraces them, turning them into something almost poetic. The lyrics tell a story of a journey—not just a physical one, but an emotional and spiritual quest for belonging. It’s about hitting rock bottom, yet finding a sliver of hope just on the horizon, on “the other side of nowhere.”
The simplicity of the melody complements the stark, poignant lyrics. There’s a gentle, almost haunting quality to the music that stays with you long after the last note fades away. It’s a reminder that sometimes the places we least expect hold the promise of something new and better.
Kristofferson’s ability to capture the essence of human experience in his songs is nothing short of magical. “Just the Other Side of Nowhere” isn’t just a song; it’s a journey. It’s an invitation to reflect on where you’ve been, where you’re going, and the unexpected beauty you might find along the way. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer to Kristofferson’s music, this song is bound to leave an imprint on your heart.
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Lyrics
I come from just the other side of nowhere
To this big time lonesome town.
They got a lot of ice and snow here,
Half as cold as all the people I’ve found.
Every way I try to go here seems to bring me down.
I’ve seen about enough to know where I belong.
I’ve got a mind to see the headlights shining
On that old white line between my heart and home.
Sick of spendin’ Sundays wishing they were Mondays
Sittin’ in a park alone.
So give my best to anyone who’s left who ever done me
Any lovin’ way but wrong.
Tell ’em that the pride of just the other side o nowhere’s
Goin’ home.
Takin’ nothin’ back to show there
For these dues I’ve paid.
But the soul I almost sold here
And the body I’ve been givin’ away.
Fadin’ from the neon nighttime glow here,
Headin’ for the light of day,
Just the other side of nowhere, goin’ home.
I’ve got a mind to see the headlights shinin’
On that old white line between my heart and home.
Sick of spendin’ Sundays wishin’ they were Mondays,
Sittin’ in a park alone.
So give my best to anyone who’s left who ever done me
Any lovin’ way but wrong.
Tell them that the pride of just the other side of nowhere’s
Goin’ Home.
Just the other side on nowhere, goin’ home.